For over 164 years, The Brooklyn Hospital Center, a proud, distinguished member of the New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System and an affiliate of Weill Medical College of Cornell University, has been committed to patient satisfaction and the beautiful community of Brooklyn as well as the growth of our employees’ professional expertise and success.  Now, THBC builds on its past and enters an era where employees embrace the new challenges of our community and thrive with the support of colleagues. You will find a culture of diverse backgrounds and various levels of experience all devoted to the highest achievement.  At The Brooklyn Hospital Center, your professional life will be defined by cooperation, respect and the boundless possibilities of our shared commitment. Discover the variety, possibilities and rewards that come with every career at The Brooklyn Hospital Center.
 

Job Summary: The Physician Assistant will conduct the pre-employment physical examination and clearance for hiring process, work related injury case management, and medical leave of absence issues. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with all regulatory agency requirements and guidelines as related to hospital occupational healthcare.

Responsibilities include:  

• Perform pre-placement evaluations including occupational history and physical examination and immunization screening. Administer vaccines in accordance with policy.
  
• Conduct fitness for duty assessments; refer patients to various facilities where indicated;
  
• Conduct assessment regarding work-related injury and illness, including needle sticks and blood and body fluid exposure
  
• Review and interpret pulmonary function tests, electrocardiograms, fit testing, diabetic test results, measles/rubella titers and other diagnostic and clinic tests;
  
• Demonstrate keen clinical diagnostic judgment and understanding of the concepts of infection control and occupational health.
  
• Promote maintenance of beneficial health habits and prevention of illness among employees and volunteers; promotes safe work practices and working environments and maintains thorough written records, documentation and statistics.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume and cover letter, in MS Word format, indicating “EHS PA-Mnstr” in the subject line to: TBHC_Careers@nyp.org .

TBHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and foster diversity in the workplace.